National Faith + Climate Forum 2026

THIS SAT.!!
National Faith+Climate Forum
Sat., Apr. 25, 11 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. CT, online

Join one of the nation’s largest & most diverse gatherings at the intersection of faith & climate, with the theme The Future We Choose: Faith in Action for a Thriving Tomorrow. nationalfaithandclimateforum.org

We get a lot of email from people, asking how they can start a Blessing of the Bikes event in their town. It’s easy!

Blessing of the Bikes -
May is National Bike Month. In observance, consider holding a Blessing of the Bikes at your church. Here is one example: theblessingofthebikes.com/main-directo...

TAKE ACTION: Congress is set to start voting on a budget bill that does NOT boost programs that help people deal with the affordability crisis. Instead, they are pursuing as much as $140 billion MORE dollars for ICE and Border Patrol’s out-of-control chaos and cruelty. cwsglobal.org/action-alert...

Long Distance Connections Scientific, societal, and electoral consequences of ocean current changes

Long Distance Connections: Scientific, societal, and electoral consequences of ocean current changes - texasimpact.substack.com/p/long-dista...

Weekly Witness Ep.509 A Life of Faithful Advocacy with Mel Caraway Rev. Caraway joined the conversation to talk about his faith journey and how climate advocacy became his area of focus.

A Life of Faithful Advocacy - Rev. Caraway joined the conversation to talk about his faith journey and how climate advocacy became his area of focus.: texasimpact.substack.com/p/weekly-wit...

Play climate action bingo by completing squares on this card: drawdown.org/sites/defaul...

To Sue or Not To Sue Voting Rights Litigation: Who, What, Where, When, Why, and How

To Sue or Not To Sue - Voting Rights Litigation in Texas: Who, What, Where, When, Why, and How: texasimpact.substack.com/p/to-sue-or-...

Earth Day Every Day: How Fair Trade Craft Protects the Planet Earth Day is more than a moment, it’s a mindset. This article explores how choosing fair trade, handcrafted goods supports both people and the planet every day of the year. From upcycled materials and...

Earth Day Every Day: How Fair Trade Craft Protects the Planet: www.tenthousandvillages.com/blogs/artisa...

Engage and Strengthen Communities | One Home One Future

As climate impacts expand and increase, leading your community in climate action and building climate resilience will become increasingly important. Check out these tools and resources to go beyond your faith community's walls for collective impact: www.onehomeonefuture.org/engage-and-s...

A Creation Prayer for the Fourth Sunday of Easter - Stalwart shepherd of our souls, you watch over us and this whole world you love. Shape our lives to be shepherds in your image, that all creatures, both humankind and otherkind, may be safe and nurtured under your watchful care. Amen.

Deuteronomy 30:19 I call heaven and earth to witness against you today that I have set before you life and death, blessings and curses. Choose life so that you and your descendants may live,

Sign up to lobby your state legislature to make plug-in solar legal in your state!: act.solarunitedneighbors.org/a/plug_in_so...

​Multi-Faith Letter Opposing Fossil Fuel Immunity To Members of the United States Congress, We write as people of faith to state a principle so fundamental it requires no interpretation: If you cause harm, you are accountable for it. No exceptions....

Sign the Multi-Faith Letter Opposing Fossil Fuel Immunity - Legislation has just been introduced in Congress that would grant legal immunity from climate change damages to fossil fuel companies, shielding them from lawsuits & stopping “polluter pays” bills. actionnetwork.org/petitions/mu...

TAKE ACTION: With All Eyes on Iran, Palestinians Continue to Suffer Daily Attacks and Constant Hunger - cwsglobal.org/action-alert...

Protect employment authorization for those seeking asylum We believe that dignified work is part of God’s plan for creation. Stripping people of the ability to work will make asylum seekers more vulnerable to exploitation, hunger or despair while simultaneou...

TAKE ACTION - DEADLINE THIS FRIDAY, APRIL 24! - Protect Employment Authorization for Those Seeking Asylum: act.elca.org/page/96793/a...

Creation Care: A Biblical Theology of the Natural World | Online Course Creation Care: A Biblical Theology of the Natural World

Creation Care: A Biblical Theology of the Natural World -
Looking for a longer study on the topic of creation care? This video-based course has 14 units: courses.zondervanacademic.com/creation-care

NEXT TUESDAY!!
Afterglow
Tues., Apr. 28, 7 p.m. CT, online

Hear from folks who attended the Lutherans Restoring Creation Gathering in North Carolina last week, help us take the next steps together and ensure Earth Day vibes keep reverberating! Register at this link: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

HHSC Feedback, Communication & Complaint Process Survey The Texas Health and Human Services (HHSC) is the state agency that connects Texans to essential services such as healthcare coverage, food assistance, behavioral health support, and information throu...

ATTENTION TEXANS: Health & Human Services is undergoing sunset review. If you have experience with the
Texas Health and Human Services (HHSC) - Feedback, Communication & Complaint Process, please complete a survey: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

HHSC Customer Service & Access Survey The Texas Health and Human Services (HHSC) is the state agency that connects Texans to essential services such as healthcare coverage, food assistance, behavioral health support, and information throu...

ATTENTION TEXANS: Health & Human Services is undergoing sunset review. If you have experience with the
Texas Health and Human Services (HHSC) - Customer Service & Access, please complete a survey: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

Department of State Health Services (DSHS) - Trust in Public Health The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) is seeking feedback from community members to improve public health communication, access to information, and support services across Texas. Your r...

ATTENTION TEXANS: Health & Human Services is undergoing sunset review. If you have experience with the
Department of State Health Services (DSHS) - Trust in Public Health, please complete a survey: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

Department of State Health Services (DSHS) - Consumer Protection The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) is seeking feedback to better understand how communities experience public health protections, safety regulations, and responsiveness to concerns. ...

ATTENTION TEXANS: Health & Human Services is undergoing sunset review. If you have experience with the
Department of State Health Services (DSHS) - Consumer Protection, please complete a survey: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

Texas Collaborative for Healthy Mothers and Babies Note: This survey is intended for new parents. The Texas Collaborative for Healthy Mothers and Babies is a program of the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS). We're interested in whether...

ATTENTION TEXANS: Health & Human Services is undergoing sunset review. If you have experience with the
Texas Collaborative for Healthy Mothers & Babies, please complete a survey: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

Texas Maternal Mortality and Morbidity Review Committee Note: This survey is intended for new parents. The Texas Maternal Mortality and Morbidity Review Committee (MMMRC) is a group of medical and public health experts convened by the Texas Department of ...

ATTENTION TEXANS: Health & Human Services is undergoing sunset review. If you have experience with the
Texas Maternal Mortality and Morbidity Review Committee, please complete a survey: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: National Community Call: DHS Funding, ICE & Border Patrol Enforcement, and Human Needs. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joini... With Congress now back in session, negotiations on Department of Homeland Security (DHS) funding and reconciliation are moving quickly. Decisions made in the coming weeks will have immediate consequen...

National Community Call
Weds., Apr. 22, 4 p.m. CT, online
Congress wants to add tens of billions of dollars in NEW funding for ICE and Border Patrol while doing nothing to address families’ basic needs. Come together to understand what’s happening & take action: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Houstonians - Take Action! Houston City Council will vote on WEDS., 4/22 to REPEAL the ordinance limiting HPD cooperation with ICE, after threats from the governor. Contact the mayor, the at-large council members, & your council member to tell them to vote NO on the repeal! 855-980-2303

Creation Care Devotional At World Relief, we believe creation care is an important part of our Christian witness - especially as we see the heartbreaking and disproportionate

Loving the Least of These -
Got time for a few creation-focused devotions? This online devotional has just three devotions. Learn more here: worldrelief.org/resources/cr...

Ecumenical Advocacy Days Ecumenical Advocacy Days 2026: Opening Worship Service

STARTS TODAY!!
Ecumenical Advocacy Days: Protecting People, Peace & Planet
April 20 - 22, Washington D.C. & portions online

Livestream:
Mon., Apr. 20, 6:30 p.m. CT: Worship
Tues., Apr. 21, 8 a.m. CT: Plenary; 9:15 a.m. CT: Plenary panel & 4 p.m. CT: Worship
www.youtube.com/user/Advocac...

TEXANS: REGISTER TO VOTE - DEADLINE IN ONE WEEK!!

Register to vote in the May primary runoff election by Mon., 4/27. Voting forms must be printed & mailed, so allow time for postmarking which may take several days (or get a manual postmark at the retail counter). www.votetexas.gov/register-to-...

TOMORROW (4/18) in Dallas: Turn Your Gun into a Garden Tool - safe firearms disposal drive through, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. at Royal Lane Baptist Church, 6707 Royal Ln., Dallas - dallascountyguns2gardens@gmail.com